17th Annual Trail of Scarecrows
Spooky or Silly, Frightful or Fun . . . When the fall winds blow, it’s time to make your Scarecrow!
Prophetstown State Park invites you to create your one-of-a-kind scarecrow for the 17th Annual Trail of Scarecrows, Oct. 1—Nov. 1. Support your local community, highlight an organization, promote special events and more to thousands of visitors this fall. Individuals and families can join in the fun too!
Scarecrows will be featured along Prophetstown’s paved accessible trail for easy hiking, biking, and strolling. Promote recycling and upcycling by repurposing used items and materials to create fun (and funky!) art for this special event. It’s free to participate, and there are no registration fees.
2025 3rd place winner (Nothwehrs, Homage to Indiana bike trails)
The public will have the chance to vote for their favorite scarecrows by making donations to the Interpretive Services fund for Education, Arts, Culture and History Programs at Prophetstown State Park. By donating one dollar, park guests can cast one vote for their favorite scarecrow. Prizes are awarded for the most votes so spread the word to vote for your scarecrow!
If you are unable to sponsor a scarecrow, please consider donating merchandise or gift certificates for contest prizes or gifting a monetary contribution for Interpretive Services programs.
Check out last year’s Trail of Scarecrows picture album at Facebook.com/ProphetstownSP for fun and creative ideas.
To enter your scarecrow, register online by Sept. 19.
For more information, call the park office 765-567-4919 or email Jenna Parks jparks@dnr.IN.gov.
Thank you for supporting Prophetstown State Park